I agree that 'unboxing' videos are truly worthless. However, talking about the Equinox's adaptability to surf/saltwater use appears to be also truly worthless. ML touted this machine a multi purpose including saltwater beaches and waterproof. This apparently sends a false message that it is good in saltwater surf because it is waterproof. However, after MANY requests to others and to ML's home office, no one has provided one bit of evidence that this machine is good in saltwater surf. Inasmuch as many of us need this machine to be useful in saltwater surf, it appears ML doesn't want to concede that this unit is not good for saltwater surf. I can think of no other reason that ML would hold back information on that feature. I know that this is a sensitive subject for those ML die hard fans but let the facts prove me differently. I would love to be wrong on this one!!

I agree that 'unboxing' videos are truly worthless. However, talking about the Equinox's adaptability to surf/saltwater use appears to be also truly worthless. ML touted this machine a multi purpose including saltwater beaches and waterproof. This apparently sends a false message that it is good in saltwater surf because it is waterproof. However, after MANY requests to others and to ML's home office, no one has provided one bit of evidence that this machine is good in saltwater surf. Inasmuch as many of us need this machine to be useful in saltwater surf, it appears ML doesn't want to concede that this unit is not good for saltwater surf. I can think of no other reason that ML would hold back information on that feature. I know that this is a sensitive subject for those ML die hard fans but let the facts prove me differently. I would love to be wrong on this one!!

I agree that 'unboxing' videos are truly worthless. However, talking about the Equinox's adaptability to surf/saltwater use appears to be also truly worthless. ML touted this machine a multi purpose including saltwater beaches and waterproof. This apparently sends a false message that it is good in saltwater surf because it is waterproof. However, after MANY requests to others and to ML's home office, no one has provided one bit of evidence that this machine is good in saltwater surf. Inasmuch as many of us need this machine to be useful in saltwater surf, it appears ML doesn't want to concede that this unit is not good for saltwater surf. I can think of no other reason that ML would hold back information on that feature. I know that this is a sensitive subject for those ML die hard fans but let the facts prove me differently. I would love to be wrong on this one!!

I'm not sure what 'evidence' Minelab could possibly provide. If they say that the Equinox will work in salt water then it probably will. Their track record for living up to their advertising hype is better than most manfacturers. The above video is certainly very encouraging anyway.

That's not proof, just sales pitch. They have provided video testing of the prototype on land and very limited on beaches (see for yourself). There has been absolutely no credible proof of true salt water testing. There was one video in which they briefly show the coil dipping under about 2 inches of water without any results whatsoever. I don't doubt that ML is a fine manufacturer. However, before I fork over some money for an untested, unproven unit (at least for salt water), I want some form of proof that it is suitable for the purpose.

Thanks for the video....that's what I have been looking for ...some evidence the Equinox works in Saltwater!! I will keep my eyes open for additional videos on the same subject. If I determine that the Equinox is suitable for saltwater (including submersion of the battery box), I will proceed to my dealer with a purchase of it... Keep those videos coming (specifically the ones involving saltwater detecting). Thanks again!

may sound odd, but i wonder if there is a way to alter the screaming tone on the pinpoint function?
i suffer very badly from tinnitus and just watching those videos made my ears ring. as nice as a machine as it may be, if it cant be altered i would not be able to use one

The big problem for the viewer is that not all the early You-Tubers will have the experience to give an informed opinion so early. I won't be listening to any comments about "It's a great machine" or "I'm really impressed" etc etc. Unless it's proper testing that you can judge from the video the rest will be just noise. And don't forget, some You-Tubers will have found ways to get their hands on one simply because they know having "Minelab Equinox" in their video titles will send their subscriber numbers through the roof.